Beschreibung
Amazing! The stick is floating in mid-air!?
This is a Tensegrity Kit, a fascinating science-based construction model.
The word Tensegrity is a combination of tensional (tension) and integrity (wholeness). Each wooden rod appears to float without touching the others, held together only by a delicate balance of tension (pulling force) and compression (pushing force).
The concept of tensegrity was introduced by Buckminster Fuller, a famous American architect and thinker, and further developed into structural sculptures by artist Kenneth Snelson. It demonstrates how objects can support themselves without external assistance, using only internal forces.
Features:
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Self-supporting structure without external support
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Balance of tension and compression creates a floating effect
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Wooden rods never touch each other, forming a unique and centerless structure
This kit is both a fun educational toy and a beautiful desktop display that sparks curiosity about science, physics, and design.
Size:Height 25 cm × Width 11 cm × Depth 1 cm
Materials:Wood, Rubber
Recommended Age: 7 years and up
About Us
Since its founding in 2000, Image Mission Mokkyosha (Japan) has been creating and sharing original “scientific toys” with the world. We believe that true scientific toys contain the principles of the universe and inspire children’s creativity and critical thinking. Through play, we want children to connect with science and nature. Our mission is simple: to nurture the seeds of science through toys.